…online. It’s through the new Pay My Loan feature on farmers.gov that goes live in early February. Pay My Loan is part of a broader effort by USDA’s Farm Service…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…regulatory burdens affecting farmers and ranchers producing our food supply.” The fruit fly invasion has impacted a number of crops across the state. An estimated cost associated with avoiding eradication…
CSP Opportunities for California Ranchers
…Bates. “That makes sure that animals that are able to jump over and go under without being, you know, scratched, or stabbed from the barb.” Farmers and ranchers can choose…
MAP Funding to Support Global Organic Promotion
…organic products, OTA co-CEO Tom Chapman highlights the economic benefits, job creation, and opportunities for U.S. farmers through exports. USDA statistics reveal a nearly 20 percent increase in U.S. organic…
USDA Provides Awards for Organic Market Development and Promotion
…Administration’s commitment to creating new and improved markets for farmers and aiding those interested in transitioning to organic production. The funded projects, distributed in states like California, Colorado, and Vermont,…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
…California farmers, ranchers, business entities, California Native American tribes, and non-profit organizations. Each project may request funding up to $100,000. Complimentary technical assistance (TA) is available through a variety of…
Week in Review: Cuts in California’s Budget & Advanced Clean Fleets Enforcement Delay
…India represents a significant market for American farmers and ranchers with further opportunities for expansion. Stay up to date with the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the weekly newsletter….
Ag Industry Watching D.C. Budget Battle
…Resolution spending authority that the government is operating under right now expires on January 19th,” he explained. “That first tranche includes critical programs for cattle producers and farmers and ranchers…
India: One of the ‘Largest Untapped Markets’ for U.S. Agriculture
India represents a significant market for American farmers and ranchers with further opportunities for expansion. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is organizing a trade mission to New Delhi, India,…
Congressional Effort Seeks to Address H-2A Wage Concerns for U.S. Farmers
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has voiced concern about the increasing H-2A wage and its impact on family farmers. Seventy-five U.S. House of Representatives members penned a letter to the…
Week in Review: Budget Impacts on Ag Incentives & Strength of U.S. Dollar Affecting Ag Exports
With a $68 billion budget deficit in the upcoming fiscal year, California farmers are bracing for difficulties in every facet of the industry. The strength of the U.S. dollar has…
Valley Farmers Encouraged to Apply for Conservation Assistance
Farmers in the Central Valley are being encouraged to apply for WaterSMART funding from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The WaterSMART program, a collaboration between the Bureau of…
2024 Farm Bill Expectations
…reason for everyone to work together. “There’s a critical mass of Democrats and Republicans who understand the farm bill is important both for farmers and for food programs,” he continued,…
Emergency Regulation Readopted by State Water Board
…regulation, readopted annually since 2021, also presents potential challenges for farmers and ranchers in the area. Questions have been raised about the ongoing curtailment’s impact on the agricultural community. Siskiyou…